A.K. SharmaArchaeo-Anthropology of ChhattisgarhSundeep Prakashan; New Delhi, India; 2002; 8175740965 / 9788175740969; First Edition; Hardcover; New; New; The book is a comprehensive account of recently conducted explorations and excavations by the author in Chhattisgarh. The book brings out the richness of cultural heritage, particularly during megalithic times, of Chhattisgarh. It gives a detailed account of the results of the excavations conducted by the author, at Sorar-Karkabhat-a nucleuse megalithic site. It establishes the link between central Indian megaliths and those of northeast India and shows how during the first millennium B.C. the entire country was engulfed by this great culture overpowering all natural and geographical boundaries, right from Ladakli to Kanyakumari and Manipur 10 Kutch. The book gives a vivid account of the life of the people during the megalithic period in Chhaitisgarh. The religio-socio-economic relations between different castes in a village of the region have been comprehensively brought out, on the basis of fieldwork by the author. It is hoped that the book will be found useful to both archaeologists and anthropologists. Contents: - Preface; 1. Introduction 2. The Background 3. Geology and Environment 4. Megalithic Sites in Chhattisgarh and Bastar 5. Excavations at Karkabhat : Sorar - the Nucleus Site 6. Inferences 7. The Views : The Emerging Pattern 8. Explorations 037994

A.K. SharmaAyodhya Case Archaelogical EvidencesB.R. Publishing Corporation; New Delhi, India; 2011; 9789350500019; Hardcover; New; New; Contents Preface Mahatma Gandhis opinion Introduction 1 Details of legal battle and issues framed 2 Ground penetrating or radar survey 3 Archaeological evidences 4 Questions and answers - just a glimpse 5 Summary of report of the excavation conducted by archaeological survey of India 6 Judgments Annexures IndexThe book deals mainly on archaeological evidences of temples that came to light from excavation conducted by Archaeological Survey of India under orders from Lucknow Bench of Allahabad High CourtThe evidences and conclusively proved that there were successive temples below the disputed structure Even the court agreed that the disputed site is the birth place of Lord Rama and a very big temple marked the haloed birth place and the same was pulled down in 1528 C AD under the orders of the Muslim invader Babar The disputed structure was built against the tenets of Islam and thus had no full characters of mosqueThe court mainly depended on the radar survey results and archaeological evidence to reach conclusion and delivered their widely acclaimed judgmentThe book in simple terms brings all these facts for the scholars and common man so that truth could be brought before all jacket. Printed Pages: 158. 110272

A.K. SharmaBuddhist Monuments of SirpurBuddhist World Press/B.R. Publishing Corporation; New Delhi, India; 2014; 9789380852409; Hardcover; New; New; The book deals about the Buddhist monuments unearthed from excavations at Sirpur. So far ten Buddhist monasteries have been exposed which include from the simple one to lavishly caved double story structures indicating that right from 6th century A.D. onwards Sirpur had a rich Buddhist culture flourishing alongwith Jaina and Brahmanical cultures. It is clear that Sirpur was a great educational centre where students from even south-eastern countries studied Buddhism. Most of the Viharas got financial grants from the rulers who were Hindus. Printed Pages: 208. 110344

A.K. SharmaEarly Man in Jammu, Kashmir and LadakhAgam Kala Prakashan; Delhi, India; 2002; 9788173200394; Hardcover; New; New; The book contains vast scientific data from explored and excavated prehistoric sites in was the cradle of development of Man in India and how many things like iron made their first appearance in India from Kashmir Valley.Printed Pages: 224. 101571

Shewanti N. Kashyap, Promila Sharma & A.K. Shukla (Authors)Ergonomic of Old Age Homes and HealthConcept Publishing Company Pvt. Ltd.; New Delhi, India; 2014; 8180699978 / 9788180699979; Hardcover; New; New; The Indian family has traditionally provided natural social security to the old people. However, in more recent times, institutions such as old age homes are sharing the traditional role of family due to some factors like increased urbanization, migration of younger adults of the family to towns and in some case to foreign countries and increased participation of women in paid employment outside the homes. As the proportion of elder people in the Indian population continues to increase, there are demand for increased in number of old age homes in India and consequent to these, there is need to ensure safety. Until recent times, ergonomics have tried to improve industrial situation by improving the condition of work but workstations and furniture in residential buildings particularly in old age homes have been neglected to a greater extent. Certain research question like are the old age homes build according to the national building codes and with the guideline of ergonomic principles, are the infrastructure facilities, environmental parameters, work station, interior decoration and constructional features are functional according to capacity of old age. Further are the furniture build according to the Indian furniture and by keeping the anthropometric data of elderly people? The present book is an attempt to seek answer to these queries. The scholars from various disciplines have contributed towards this important issue. A book of such parameters is of great help to not only those who take care of old aged, but also to old age home owners, designers, manufacturers, and organization that are concerned about them. Printed Pages: 208. 112510

A.K. SharmaGandhian Philosophy of Voluntarism: A Comparative Study of Development in the Ashram Villages and OutsideConcept Publishing Company Pvt. Ltd.; New Delhi, India; 2014; 9789351250760; Hardcover; New; New; The role of voluntary organizations (VDOs) cannot be overestimated in the field of rural development. However, they fall under different categories — some work purely as professional organizations and some as missions. The Banwasi Seva Ashram (BSA) belongs to the latter category and is one of the most known of the Gandhian Organizations. Set up in 1954 in the tribal region of Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, the Ashram has worked for the last six decades to transform the tribal villages. Its activities are based on Gandhian principles of Swaraj and Sarvodaya. The aim of the Ashram is to develop rural areas through the efforts of a dedicated leadership, cooperation and voluntarism. This book explores and evaluates the work done by the Banwasi Seva Ashram. It particularly focuses on the recent challenges before the Ashram and its limitations. It also provides some alternatives for Gandhian voluntary action in the future. Printed Pages: 176. 112514

A.K. SharmaHeritage of Tansa ValleyBharatiya Kala Prakashan; Delhi, India; 2004; 8180900290 / 9788180900297; Hardcover; New; New; The book contains a detailed report on explorations conducted in Tansa Valley near Mumbai. In the virgin valley systematic exploration conducted by the author brought to light archaeological remains from Prehistoric times to historical period. Temple remains and beautiful sculptures including errotic ones, particularly of Silahara period located in deep jungles have been graphically described. A part from the archaeological wealth of Tansa valley, religious and social customs alongwith the rich tribal art of the valley have been scientifically documented. The book throws a challenge to governmental and voluntary organisations to come forward and preserve the fast disappearing natural and cultural heritage in the valley of the river which supplies water to the economic capital of India. It has thrown open to research scholars a vast field so near Mumbai. No one can imagine that only 65 kms. from highly westernized city, the past with glorious tradition still throbs. CONTENTS: Preface; 1. Introduction 2. Geology and Environment 3. The People 4. Explored Sites in Tansa Valley 5. Prehistoric Past 6. History of the Area 7. Ancient and Medieval Relics of Religious and Cultural Importance : i. Temple Remains ii. Important Sculptural Remains iii. The Tribal Divinities and Folk-art iv. Water Management v. Roads, Transport and Trade Route 8. Religions in the Area : i. Saivism ii. Vaisnavism iii. Buddhism iv. Islam v. Christianity vi. Emergence of Sant Jnanesvara vii. Jainism and Nath Sampradaya 9. Recent Places of Worship and their Origin Printed Pages: 115. 110748

A.K.SharmaMainpur: The Glorious PastAryan Books International; New Delhi, India; 1994; 8173050503 / 9788173050503; First Edition; Hardcover; New; New; Survey of India a in general and Manipur in particular is a treasure house of archaeological wealth right from the beginning of civilization in the Indian sub-continent. Scanty archaeological investigations in the region, even after independence, resulted in formulation of faulty theories about the historical past of the area, based on the ideas propogated by the colonizers and on the basis of unreliable records. Explorations and excavations conducted by The Author on behalf of the Archaeological Survey of India in collaboration with the State Department of Archaeology, at Sekta in Manipur in 1991, had for the first time brought to light, apart from scores of sites, archaeological evidences of glorious past cultures of early historical period. Scientific results of the excavation, described in detail in this book, it is hoped, would be able to dispel many wrong notions and theories so that the past could be seen in correct perspective. Being the first detailed archaeological investigation in the area, it was received enthusiastically by the scholars, students and common people of Manipur. The present volume covers in detail the excavations and includes full analyses of the pottery, the metal work, the objects from the burials, the environmental evidence and all other finds. The profusion of duly annotated illustrations make the text more meaningful and illuminating. It is hoped this Book will be able to fill a part of the gap in the History of Manipur. Printed Pages: 111 with 22 figures & 56 plates. 100219